{"product_id":"1965-fender-stratocaster-in-lake-placid-blue","title":"1965 Fender Stratocaster in Lake Placid Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration, \u003cstrong\u003eGarrett Park Guitars\u003c\/strong\u003e presents this \u003cstrong\u003e1965 Fender Stratocaster\u003c\/strong\u003e in a striking \u003cstrong\u003eLake Placid Blue\u003c\/strong\u003e finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy 1965, the Stratocaster had firmly established itself as one of the most influential electric guitar designs ever produced. Originally introduced in 1954 as Leo Fender’s flagship solidbody model, the Strat combined futuristic styling, ergonomic contours, and innovative electronics into a platform that would define the sound of modern popular music. Mid-1960s examples remain especially desirable for their blend of pre-CBS construction characteristics and evolving cosmetic appointments, offering players and collectors a uniquely compelling snapshot of Fender’s golden era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular example features a beautifully preserved \u003cstrong\u003eLake Placid Blue nitrocellulose lacquer finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, retaining excellent color vibrancy and visual depth throughout. Cosmetic wear is minimal overall, consisting primarily of light checking and isolated blemishing consistent with age. The most notable wear is located along the side of the lower bout near the output jack, where a sizable ding extends through the finish and into the wood, likely the result of an impact. Despite this, the instrument presents exceptionally well and retains outstanding vintage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emaple neck\u003c\/strong\u003e, stamped \u003cstrong\u003e2SEP65B\u003c\/strong\u003e, is paired with a \u003cstrong\u003eBrazilian\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003erosewood fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring \u003cstrong\u003epearloid dot inlays\u003c\/strong\u003e, a hallmark specification of mid-1965 production. Carved into a comfortable medium \u003cstrong\u003eC profile\u003c\/strong\u003e, the neck measures .85” at the first fret and .10” at the twelfth, offering a familiar and substantial feel without excess bulk. Original frets remain intact and the guitar has been professionally set up for smooth playability with low action and excellent response across the register. Original \u003cstrong\u003eKluson Deluxe tuners\u003c\/strong\u003e remain fitted, preserving both the instrument’s functionality and period-correct appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronically, the guitar retains its complete set of \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal single-coil pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e, dated to \u003cstrong\u003eNovember 1965\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with the original \u003cstrong\u003eCTS potentiometers\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecloth-bound wiring\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eCRL switch\u003c\/strong\u003e. The pickups deliver the unmistakable tonal character associated with mid-’60s Stratocasters: articulate highs, woody midrange response, and dynamic clarity throughout all pickup positions. Measured outputs read 6.14kΩ in the bridge position, 5.89kΩ in the middle, and 6.20kΩ in the neck, providing a balanced and lively tonal palette well-suited for everything from clean rhythm work to driven lead tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional original features include the \u003cstrong\u003esynchronized tremolo\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e3-ply pickguard\u003c\/strong\u003e, and original knobs. Structurally, the instrument remains in excellent condition with no cracks, breaks, or repairs noted. It is accompanied by its original hardshell case, tremolo arm, bridge cover, and additional tremolo springs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, this 1965 Fender Stratocaster represents an outstanding combination of \u003cstrong\u003eoriginality, playability, and iconic vintage Fender tone\u003c\/strong\u003e. With its vibrant custom-color finish, transitional mid-’60s appointments, and highly preserved condition, it stands as a superb example from one of the most historically significant eras of Stratocaster production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll components original unless specified\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel \u0026amp; Year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ci\u003eFender Stratocaster\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear of manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e1965\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eL70975\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAlder\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLake Placid Blue nitrocellulose lacquer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e7\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003elb 4oz\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStamp: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e2SEP65B\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; 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